St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a Full Time Patient Care Specialist for our Telemetry II. The Patient Care Specialist will assist in providing patient care activities for which employee has been prepared and in conformance with Medical Center policy and procedures, functions under the supervision and guidance of a Registered Nurse.
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma/GED required.
In addition, must meet one of the following criteria:
- Successful completion of a multi-skilled technician program which includes EKG, phlebotomy and direct patient care. Certification must be valid and current.
- Successful completion of Certified Nurse Aide training program. Certification must be valid and current in the state of West Virginia. Upon hire, within 6 months, must successfully complete an EKG and phlebotomy program.
- EKG and Phlebotomy training with patient experience in physician office/clinical setting.
- Graduate from an approved school of practical nursing. Currently licensed to practice nursing in the State of West Virginia.
- Employees practicing in this role more than 10 years at SMMC are exempt from certification requirements.
SKILLS: Verbal ability required to communicate with patients and understand instructions received from nursing staff; manual dexterity required to use hands easily and skillfully while aiding patients. BCLS required.